VodafoneThree - Contract Accountant

## Location: Newbury \+ Hybrid Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. ## Who We Are We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Be part of our Business UK function, a team that are revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations – from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations – unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT). ## What you’ll do You’ll join Vodafone Business Commercial Finance in a high-impact role, partnering on one of our largest customer portfolios. Working within Contract Accounting, you’ll play a key role in shaping commercial decisions, protecting contract value, and driving financial performance across a portfolio exceeding £50m. You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders, bring clarity to complex data, and help unlock opportunities that support both customer success and Vodafone’s strategic goals. * You’ll act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, using financial insight, scenario planning, and commercial judgement to influence key decisions * You’ll support contract negotiations, renewals, and variations, ensuring the right balance between value, risk, and compliance * You’ll own end-to-end financial governance across the contract lifecycle, ensuring controls, transparency, and accountability * You’ll partner with Audit, Legal, Procurement, and Compliance teams to ensure all contractual and regulatory requirements are consistently met * You’ll monitor commercial performance, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to protect revenue and improve margin * You’ll lead or support contract renewals, extensions, and dispute resolution, balancing customer outcomes with business priorities * You’ll deliver accurate monthly financial close, forecasting, and reporting, providing clear and actionable insights to stakeholders * You’ll translate performance into financial outcomes, supporting planning, forecasting, and delivery against targets * You’ll ensure accuracy in contract accounting, including revenue recognition, cost allocation, billing, and compliance with IFRS and internal policies * You’ll optimise key financial processes such as cash flow forecasting, WIP management, and purchase order governance * You’ll identify and drive process improvements, automation, and smarter ways of working to enhance efficiency * You’ll collaborate across Sales, Commercial, Finance Operations, and Supply Chain teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end processes * You’ll drive alignment between commercial priorities and financial performance through strong stakeholder influence ## Who you are * You’ll have strong commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and turn it into clear, strategic insight * You’ll be confident influencing senior stakeholders and working across multiple teams to drive alignment and results * You’ll bring experience in financial planning, reporting, and contract or commercial finance within a complex environment * You’ll demonstrate strong governance, risk management, and compliance awareness across financial processes * You’ll be comfortable managing and influencing large portfolios, with accountability for revenue, margin, and cash flow outcomes * You’ll have a proactive mindset, able to identify risks early and drive corrective action with pace and ownership * You’ll be highly analytical, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering accuracy in financial reporting * You’ll be a collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and values building strong relationships * You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement, automation, and driving operational excellence ## Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What we offer We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Need to Know We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you. ## #VodafoneThree #LI-Hybrid